HO! HO! HO! Have you been nice all year? Halloween is done, so the most wonderful time of the year is upon us. Do you already feel the Christmas cheer vibrating through the air? That Christmas feeling is now unmistakable at any Rustan’s department store. CHRISTMASTIME IN THE COUNTRY...
Tim Yap It can be liberating to not be good, to not be right, to not be proper, to not be virtuous. But the consequences would be disastrous. So every year, we have Halloween, the nightmare before Christmas when even Santa Claus takes a break from making a list and checking it...
The inspirational life of Ambassador Philippe Jones Lhuillier (PJL), one of the country’s most respected diplomats and Chairman of Cebuana Lhuillier, the nation’s largest micro-financial services company finally comes to life with “A Purposeful Journey of a Lifetime”. “A Purposeful...
The Figaro Coffee Group and Pepsi Cola Philippines are bringing festive cheer this holiday season with a Christmas Raffle Promo, offering a chance to win grand prizes. From Oct. 15 to Dec. 31, customers who purchase food items with Pepsi products at participating Figaro Coffee Group outlets...
IT BECKONS TO YOU Feel the waves and find inner peace while embarking on an island hopping tour in El Nido, Palawan Feeling the heavy load of your work starting to get to you? It’s now your chance to plan your next vacation while Cebu Pacific is currently having a seat sale until Nov. 7. For...
Seattle’s Best Coffee announces the launch of its latest Brownie Javakula collection, adding a twist to the fan-favorite Brownie Javakula. With the introduction of three new creations, brownie lovers and coffee enthusiasts alike are in for a treat. The Classic Brownie Javakula, known for its rich...
Filipinos have different ways of spending the holidays, some like to go on vacation and some share quality time with their loved ones at home, but one thing remains common to all— we love to eat. However, amidst the joyous festivities, the gut can bear the brunt of the savory and indulgent...
CALL FOR SAFETY Environmental justice group Ban Toxics, parents, Brgy. Tatalon residents, and children from the ROTCHNA Daycare Center in Quezon City call for protection from toxic lead exposure Clad in international costumes, children from the ROTC Hunters Neighborhood Association (ROTCHNA)...
We see a spike in cases of flu-like illnesses concurrent with the rainy season. Although the Department of Health has reportedly observed a decline in the number of cases compared to the same period last year, cases of flu are still ever-present and shouldn’t be ignored. All means of preventing...
These days, technology touches every part of our lives. How we care for our skin is no exception. Virtual dermatology is becoming a major part of skin health, thanks to advanced tech like AI. Imagine getting detailed insights about your skin just from your device—it changes how we think...
CLINICAL MATTERS One of the most sought-after vaccines in medicine is the HIV vaccine. When HIV was first discovered in 1981, scientists were optimistic that they would be able to develop a vaccine in a few years. More than 40 years later and after millions of people have died from AIDS, an...
By Jinggoy I. Salvador Marry Anne 'Mean' Tan They say art imitates life. It’s true for Dabawenya Mary Anne Tan, otherwise known as Mean. Artist, teacher, businesswoman, traveler, daughter, mother are among the many hats she wears. Her vivid works are heavily inspired by...
